The cost of the exam will also go down, Godwin told CNN in an email. Approximately 60% of students who graduated in 2023 took the ACT exam at least once, according to the organization. Last fall ...

Currently, the ACT continues to offer its optional 40-minute writing test that accompanies the exam, though it costs test-takers an extra $25. In general, experts say it's best to take the writing ...

The head of the ACT says starting next spring, the test will be shorter - down from about 3 hours to 2. Also, the ‘science’ section will be optional. The cost of taking the test will also be ...

Not all test-takers are able to complete the ACT or SAT in the "standard" manner due to documented disabilities. In such instances, test-takers may request one or more testing accommodations.